The Cardinals have added two new players to their bench. Catcher Gary Bennet and infielder Deivi Cruz, both from the Nationals. Bennet will back up catcher Yadier Molina, and Cruz will replace Abraham Nuñuz, who signed with the Phillies. A contract was indeed offered to pitcher A.J. Burnett, however there was larger offer from Toronoto, which he has accepted- 55 million for five years. Big mistake on his part, as the Blue Jays aren't even on the radar. They are in the same division as the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees. Red Sox have finished 1,2 in the last two seasons. His loss. However, not to fear the Cardinals always have plans that the public doesn't even know that turn out to be goldmines; case in hand the signing of Pitcher Mark Mulder, David Ecstien, and Mark Grudzielanek. Speaking of the talened second baseman, General Manager Walt Jocketty is pesimistic on Mark Grudzielanek's return to the 2006 lineup. Grudzielanek was an excellent additon to the team, and blended nicely with the organization. He and shortstop David Ecstien made up for the loss of Edgar Renteria and Tony Womack. Hopefully, Grudzielanek, a free agent, will re-sign with the cardinals. If Grudzielanek signs with the Birds on the Bat, then our infield is set. For more on trading deals and the like, go here That's all for now folks. Stay tuned for more Cardinals updates. I can't wait until Spring Training!!
Goal for this year: Go to Winter Warm-up!
1 comment:
There was an interview with GM Walt Jocketty last night on Channel 2. Sounds like the Cards have plenty of money to spend, but won't throw money away if other teams push the ante above what they feel is reasonable.
He also said the bullpen is his biggest priority after signing the latest acquisitions.
Post a Comment